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86 Years of Griddled Perfection at Bob's Hamburg in Akron

By the time I had settled in at Bob's Hamburg in Akron, it was already 2 in the afternoon. Given the late lunch hour, the small room was largely empty but for one couple in a booth and a single at the counter.

By Douglas Trattner 06/21/2017

Dining Lead

Update: Swensons is Officially Expanding to University Heights, Could Open This Year

Update: After much speculation, Swensons Drive-In is coming to University Heights, and could be open within the year. In April, Scene broke the news...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 22, 2017 4:47 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Food Dining Swensons

Shake Shack Coming to Cleveland Sooner than Planned

In February, we learned the exciting news that Shake Shack would be planting a flag in Cleveland if and when the mixed-use, high-rise development NuCLEus...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 21, 2017 12:31 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites shake shack pinecrest

Sterle's Country House to Close After More than 60 Years

Update: “Sterle’s is not closing,” explains chef Natasha Pogrebinsky. “We are rebranding and focusing more on large groups and private events. Just because we are...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 21, 2017 11:20 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites sterle's

Where to Score the Best Pupusas in Cleveland

With new joints opening on very side of town, we very well may have reached Peak Taco in Cleveland. And while we love the tortilla-bound...

By Billy Hallal Jun 21, 2017

Food Features

More Changes at Red Restaurant Group: Team Adds Executive Chef, Director of Operations

Lately, the news out of Red Restaurant Group has been one of exits: that of longtime chef and partner Jonathan Bennet, and that of short-lived...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 20, 2017 5:03 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites red moxie

There Will Be No Fabulous Food Show This Year, But Organizers Hope to Bring It Back in the Future

Cleveland's popular Fabulous Food Show won't be back this November, or anytime this year. But Rob Attewell, the show's producer as well as I-X Center's consumer...

By Laura Morrison Jun 19, 2017 5:04 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Fabulous Food Show Michael Symon Cleveland food

Updated: Rick's Cafe in Chagrin Falls to Change Ownership After 40 Years

Update: Rick’s Café owner Alec Singer clarifies that he is indeed selling the 40-year-old restaurant to Shawn Monday and his partner Michael Schwartz. But he...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 17, 2017 12:13 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites

Cleveland Summer Beerfest to Feature 50 Breweries

Fifty breweries, including local favorites Platform, Royal Docks and Market Garden, will be on hand for the second annual Cleveland Summer Beerfest, which takes place...

By Jeff Niesel Jun 17, 2017 8:04 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Summer Beer Fest Jacobs Pavilion at Nautical

Water Garden Cafe's Vegan and Meat Offerings Alike Are Welcome Additions to Cleveland, If Only They Could Get the Service Right

Vegans must be a patient lot. Either that or they’re willing to put up with all sorts of complications just as long as there’s some...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 16, 2017 4:15 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Water Garden Cafe Dining Food Vegan

Scene's Van Aken Beer Garden Returns to Shaker Plaza Tonight

The only thing better than a beer garden is an outdoor beer garden. Tonight from 6 to 10, the third annual Van Aken Beer...

By Jeff Niesel Jun 16, 2017 8:27 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Van Aken Beer Food

Crop Adding All-You-Can-Eat Saturday Brunch In Addition to Sunday

Update: It seems as if the groundswell of eager brunchers that awaited the arrival of Crop's all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch have provided impetus for the Ohio...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017 6:31 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites crop bistro brunch

RED Restaurant Group Shutters 811 Kitchen Bar to Rebrand

811 Kitchen Bar Lounge, the globally influenced, modern-American kitchen and bar that was opened by RED Restaurant Group last year, closed yesterday. The move is...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017 9:45 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites red moxie

Collision Bend Puts the Restaurant Back in the Brewery

We were seated at the bar in Collision Bend. To our left, through a wall of windows, was that incredible post-industrial maritime view filled with...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017

Food Features

Four Great Local Wine Stores With More

From dating to dinner parties, wine is a nearly inescapable part of adulthood. Knowing just a little about one's own preferences can help make any...

By Billy Hallal Jun 14, 2017

Food Features

The Boiler 65 in Detroit Shoreway is Now Open

Update: Hey seafood fans! The long wait for spicy boiled shrimp, crab, lobster and crawfish is over. The Boiler 65 has opened. Grab a...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 13, 2017 2:25 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites the boiler 65

Proper Pig Smokehouse to Open its Mentor Shop on June 23

Update: It's your lucky month, east-side barbecue fans. Proper Pig Smokehouse has announced an opening day for its new Mentor location, and it will be June...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 10, 2017 7:07 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites proper pig

Aptly Named All Access Cafe Offers Quick-Serve, Chef-Driven Fare to Rock Hall Visitors

Given that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has more than 50 live concerts, shows, events and themed happy hours planned for the main...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 9, 2017 11:03 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites all access cafe rock hall

End of the Line for B Spot, Rosie + Rocco’s at Jack Casino

Five years ago last month, Jack Casino (formerly Horseshoe Casino) opened its doors in downtown Cleveland. And ever since then, diners could count on reliable...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 8, 2017 3:44 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites b spot michael symon jack casino

Taco Bell Cantina on Public Square to Open June 14

Update: Welp, the soft target of a September 2016 opening for the Taco Bell Cantina on Public Square came and went. Here we are in...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 8, 2017 11:47 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites taco bell cantina

Now Open: Smokin Q's BBQ and Beer House in Mayfield

Update: Smokin Q's BBQ and Beer House opened this week. Read all about the details in our original preview below. They're open 11:30 a.m....

By Douglas Trattner Jun 7, 2017 11:52 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites carl Quagliata zachary ladner smokin' q's

Fun in a Box is Back, Baby!

Folks of a certain age will recall with fondness sitting on a low brick bench on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights hunched over a small...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 7, 2017 10:37 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites mama's boy fun in a box

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